He had surgery Friday night and police said on Saturday that he was well enough to go home.

“Casper came into us … after suffering a gunshot wound in the left hip. He was stable when he arrived. Once we determined that the bullet had not harmed any internal organs, we proceeded to remove the bullet surgically,” said Tucker, a vet with the Palm Beach Veterinary Specialists.

Casper is trained for bomb detection and works as a SWAT and patrol dog. His service record includes stints protecting the president.

“He has recovered well from anesthesia. He’s on antibiotics,” Tucker continued. “We’re just happy that this is not a significant trauma and thankful that he’s done well and appreciative for all that he’s done for the county.”